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Congratulations from Lord Kitchener to Sir John French
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Congratulations from Lord Kitchener to Sir John French
Postcard detailing the congratulations sent from Lord Kitchener to General Sir John French on August 25th 1914, at the very start of the First World War: " Congratulate the troops on their splendid work, we are proud of them." Kitchener was commending the bravery of the actions of the British Expeditionary Force. Following the declaration of war on 4th August, the BEF first engaged the enemy at the battles of Mons and Charleroi on 22nd to 23rd August 1914. Date: 1914
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August 25, 1914: A Historical Moment of Pride and Courage - Lord Kitchener's Congratulatory Message to General Sir John French This postcard, bearing a poignant message from Lord Kitchener to General Sir John French, marks a significant moment in the early stages of the First World War. The British Expeditionary Force (BEF), under the command of General French, had engaged in their first major battles against the German army at Mons and Charleroi on August 22-23, 1914. Lord Kitchener, the Secretary of State for War, expressed his admiration and pride in the troops' brave actions with these heartfelt words: "Congratulate the troops on their splendid work, we are proud of them." This message, sent just three weeks after the declaration of war on August 4, 1914, served as a powerful morale booster for the British troops and a symbol of support from their homeland. The postcard, adorned with the Union Jack and the insignia of the British Army, carries the weight of history. It represents the unwavering spirit of the British military during the early battles on the Western Front. The message, which served as a military communiqué and a piece of propaganda, underscores the importance of morale during wartime and the role of leadership in inspiring courage and determination. As the First World War progressed, this postcard would serve as a reminder of the bravery and resilience of the British troops during the initial stages of the conflict. The message from Lord Kitchener to General French remains a testament to the unbreakable bond between the military and the people of Britain, a bond forged in the crucible of war.
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